Saturday, December 21, 2024 – Monday, December 23, 2024
Hours of visitation: 9:00-16:30
*Pumpkin burning starts at 9:30am
Jakkoin temple
The “Hot Kabocha Bonfire” will be held for three days from December 21 (Sat.) to 23 (Mon.), 2024, at Jakkoin Temple in Ohara, Kyoto, a temple known for its association with Kenreimonin, where kabocha bonfires will be served free of charge to visitors. (*A separate entrance fee is required.)
Kabocha” = “Nankin”, which came to be eaten on the winter solstice (December 21, 2024) because it is said that eating food with “N” in it will bring you “luck” and a healthy life. Take this opportunity to visit a historic temple and pray for good health with warm kabocha after paying a visit.
AloJapan.com